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Tracy Nelson

Eau Claire,WI

Summary


Dedicated and reliable First Grade Teacher capable of supporting social, emotional, and academic development in young children. Experienced in understanding the importance of student connection and safety in relation to learning. Motivated in providing engaging lessons to enhance student development.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

First Grade Teacher

Regis Catholic Schools
08.2023 - Current
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Implemented positive behavior support strategies, promoting a respectful and inclusive classroom culture.
  • Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.

4K Teacher

Chapel Heights
08.2010 - 08.2023

Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.

  • Planned and implemented lessons using a variety of curriculum including; S.M.A.R.T, Conscious Discipline, Teaching Strategies Gold, Handwriting Without Tears
  • Created challenging and engaging lessons for individual, small group and whole group to enhance cognitive, literacy, math, social emotional, language and motor skills
  • Developed appropriate classroom arrangements to create and foster meaningful learning experiences through play-based centers
  • Utilized progress monitoring and assessment tools to gauge learning and to guide individualized instructional planning
  • Worked collaboratively and effectively with other 4K teachers to set goals, network and plan future lessons.

4K Teacher

Redeemer Christian Preschool
08.2005 - 08.2010

Education

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

University of Wisconsin, Stout
Menomonie, WI
05-2004

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Safe, positive learning environment

Timeline

First Grade Teacher

Regis Catholic Schools
08.2023 - Current

4K Teacher

Chapel Heights
08.2010 - 08.2023

4K Teacher

Redeemer Christian Preschool
08.2005 - 08.2010

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

University of Wisconsin, Stout
Tracy Nelson